Page 94 of My Kinda Kisses (Summer Sisters 1)

“I’m never getting that image out of my head. There isn’t enough therapy offered in the state of Virginia to eradicate that,” AJ groans.

“I don’t understand why we need this. People have been getting knocked up the regular, old fashioned way without all the potions and stuff for a long time,” Ryan says.

She gives him a pointed look. “We’re just doing our part to ensure we get great-grandbabies. Soon.”

“Wait! What about me? I’m the one who’s married and has been trying to have a baby. Why wouldn’t you give this to me?” Lexi asks. Her eyes are shining as if she’s warding off tears.

“Oh, sweet girl, you don’t need that. There’s nothing wrong with your baby-making machine.” Lexi looks devastated, and I suddenly realize that the subject of babies is hurting her way deeper than I originally thought.

“Well, thank you for all the…stuff. When we’re ready, I’m sure we’ll use…it…all.”

Meghan grabs the bag and removes the contents, careful not to touch the pillow. “Don’t wait to use this. Nothing says housewarming gift like a leather flogger from the grandparents, Jaime.” Then she whips the tassels towards a smiling Payton.

“This might be the weirdest family gathering I’ve ever attended,” Ryan whispers in my ear. “But I like it. And I love you.”

“I love you, too,” I reply moments before placing my lips on his, ready to see what our first night in our new home has in store.

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